Learn about the LSAT
Learn the basics about the LSAT–including what to expect on Test Day.
What’s a good LSAT score?
The LSAT is scored on a 120-180 scale. The average LSAT score is about a 151. This relatively small range of scores means that small improvements in performance can increase your score and percentile ranking quite a bit. Sometimes, a one point increase in your score can boost your percentile ranking by as many as 5 points. Read More >
What’s tested on the LSAT?
The LSAT, at its core, is a test of your ability to manipulate language in a logical way within a limited amount of time. It is a test of skill, not content. You parse arguments, you rip apart and reconstruct language, and you don’t take any statement for granted. The Four Core Skills essential to LSAT success are all reflections of this. Read More >
How should I study for the LSAT?
To do your best on the LSAT, research shows that you’re likely to need to study about 20-25 hours per week for up to 3 months. How do you know how to spend that time? Practice courses or books give you a roadmap of how to study, and will teach you how to think and keep your stamina up for the LSAT. Read More >
When should I take the LSAT?
With the LSAT only given four times a year, you need to be strategic with which one you choose. You should choose a test date that allows you adequate time to prep, but the most important factor is the admissions cycle. Read more >
